Whenever I start wondering if the well will run dry, I find myself embroiled in something so preposterous, spectacular, outrageous or dumb that it’s worth writing about. But I have to confess: I was less than proud about this latest escapade and made several attempts to explain it away as a minor, moderately embarrassing but simple incident. When this “no big deal” exploit morphed into something more complex and painful, I decided to abandon it and spin another tale. That, of course, was not to be; I kept hearing the flutter of wings from that pesky angel who hovers nearby and knew I’d have to come clean.
Unusual Attitudes: A No-Excuses Screw-up
Key Takeaways:
- A pilot recounts her embarrassing incident of accidentally striking a parked Cessna 150 with her Piper Cub while taxiing, resulting in damage to both aircraft due to a lapse in situational awareness.
- Although she initially downplayed the "incident" and did not report it, the FAA was informed by a third party.
- Consequently, the FAA mandated that the author, who also serves as a designated pilot examiner, undergo a 709 re-examination.
- The author ultimately accepts full responsibility for her "screw-up," reflecting on the importance of honesty, forgiveness, and upholding higher professional standards.
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